When left unchecked, a minor plumbing problem can quickly turn into a major headache and inconvenience for the household. That’s why you should have a drain service technician perform routine inspections. Doing so could prevent the concerns outlined below.   

3 Common Plumbing Problems to Know About

1. Clogged Drains

If water drains slowly down bathtubs and sinks, there could be something clogging a drain line. This often happens when cooking oil is poured down the kitchen sink. When it cools, the liquid turns solid and sticks to the lining, narrowing the channels. It becomes difficult for wastewater to pass through.

Bathroom drains often become clogged with minerals from hard water, soap scum, and hair. A drain service specialist will perform a camera inspection to pinpoint the exact location of the blockage. They’ll then use water-jetting tools and drain snakes to break up the gunk and push it through the plumbing system. 

2. Sewage Backups

Sewage backups in drains indicate something is wrong with the septic system. Waste in the septic tank separates into three layers. Oils and grease form the scum layer at the top, while solids sink to the bottom to form the sludge layer. The middle layer of effluent eventually leaves the septic tank for further treatment in the leach field.

When sludge accumulates in the container, there will not be enough room to accommodate incoming waste. The waste will flow back through drains as a result. A drain service specialist will perform septic tank cleaning and pumping to remove the sludge buildup.

3. Low Water Pressure

A weak stream of water in showerheads and faucets means there is an issue with the water pressure that needs to be addressed. A drop in water pressure could stem from a blockage in a water pipe that a drain cleaning technician needs to remove. Pipe corrosion could also be to blame, so the technician will inspect the lining and perform the necessary repairs. 

 

Rely on the drain service technicians at family-owned, Watertown, CT-based American Rooter to solve the above plumbing problems. Since 1980, the crew has been performing drain cleaning and septic services to prevent performance hiccups. Find special offers online and call (888) 863-4638 for drain services in Connecticut or Rhode Island.